Covalent Cross-Linking in Collagen Is Initiated by the Formation of Reactive

question 89

Multiple Choice

Covalent cross-linking in collagen is initiated by the formation of reactive aldehyde groups. Which of the following enzymes catalyzes the formation of these aldehyde groups?

• A) lysyl oxidase
• B) lysyl hydroxylase
• C) prolyl hydroxylase
• D) procollagen peptidase
• E) none of the above

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